Sure you can DRIVE it, but I wouldn't count on being able to STOP it! Have it towed to a mechanic.
---- When I read the part about the warning light, I thought, sure why not - I did that with my 2001 for awhile.
Then you mentioned the fact the brakes are squealing - THAT is a different matter.
I would head straight away to a brake repair shop...
I did not think the Windstar came with *front* drum brakes (assuming the question is referring to brakes)...There are instructions for changing front disc brakes and rear drum brakes in the "Related Questions" below
If you are driving and you hear a high pitch squeeling/screaching sound but when you apply the brakes the sound stops your brakes need replacing, this is called your brake squeeler.
Brakes are designed in such a way as to give off a loud squeel when they are coming to the end of their useful life. If your brakes are squeeling loudly and have been for a while it is a good idea to make plans to look at them.
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in VW's when you have the breaks adjusted out too far they tend to grab when reversing. There is an auto adjuster in the rear drum to keep your rear brakes adjusting. If the brakes are worn out they will "hang up" after reverse and cause squeeling.
Yes.... the brakes will make a "metallic" sound when the brakes are getting worn.
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You start by adjusting the rear brakes after you have inspected them.
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It depends on the type of brakes, labor and brake pads used. This shouldn't cost more than $150-$200.
Yes, all modern rear brakes are designed to be self-adjusting. See "Related Questions" below for more
Automatic transmission fluid does not squeal. You have a different problem. Brakes squeal, bearings squeal, and belts squeal. Fluids do not squeal. You had better take your vehicle to a mechanic.